2014 Map of Naneum Canyon

About this map

The Wenatchee National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape in Kittitas County, defined by a complex network of deep drainages and flat-topped ridges. Water sources are critical markers in this terrain, including the isolated Leonard Spring and Gustafson Spring, which provide essential moisture for the local ecosystem. Central to the geography is the Naneum Canyon and its associated Naneum Basin, where Naneum Creek carves through the volcanic geology. The presence of several "flats," such as Croker Flat and Walter Flat, suggests areas of slightly more level ground amidst the steep descents into Schnebly Canyon, Dawson Canyon, and Cave Canyon. Historic transit is represented by routes like the Teanaway Wilson Stock Trail, a name that points to the region's legacy of livestock movement between seasonal pastures.